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Welcome to McCullough Junior High

Welcome to McCullough Junior High. Miss Megan Kelley 7 th Grade Language Arts Pre-AP. Literature. The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton (REQUIRED SUMMER READING) This should have been read and annotated prior to the start of school. Students will need the book in class beginning 9/2.

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Welcome to McCullough Junior High

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  1. Welcome to McCulloughJunior High Miss Megan Kelley7th Grade Language Arts Pre-AP

  2. Literature The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton (REQUIRED SUMMER READING) This should have been read and annotated prior to the start of school. Students will need the book in class beginning 9/2. Literature Textbook: Online access via www.pearsonsuccessnet.com

  3. Literature Students will also need a new or used copy of: Downsiders by Neal Shusterman→ needed by October A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare (Barron's ed. rec.) → needed in April

  4. Literature A new or used copy of ONE of the following will be needed in January: The Glory Fieldby Walter Dean Myers -OR- Code Talker by Joseph Bruchac

  5. In conjunction with the novels… • SAT Vocabulary and word parts Required Book: Sadlier-Oxford Vocabulary Workshop, Level B *This workbook will be used all year. A link to the vocabulary site is on my website. • Poetry, speeches, scripts, and various pieces of non-fiction • Writing Process- formal and informal • Mechanics-capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage

  6. SURF Reading (Outside Reading) • Chosen by the student, approved by the parent • 500 pages each quarter • Appropriate reading level • Book will be regularly incorporated into lessons throughout the year • Students must bring a SURF Book to class each day • Check my website for suggested reading lists. • Signed reading logs will be due at the end of each quarter • E-Readers okay

  7. Assessments • Classwork and homework will focus on developing critical thinking, reading and writing skills, and study skills that will help students succeed as they continue to move through their educational careers and into the real world. • State Testing STAAR Writing: March 30 & March 31 STAAR Reading: April 22

  8. CRISS Strategies • Creating Independence Through Student-owned Strategies • We will practice and use strategies to help in studying, organizing, and presenting. These strategies can be used throughout their learning careers and in all subject areas. • In this class, students are expected to select a strategy to independently study assigned vocabulary words outside of class.

  9. Extra Help • Advisory: Students may get a pass to see me for extra help • Tutoring: Before school everyday except for Wednesday, no pass needed • PAWS: Tuesday – Thursday until 4:45 in the library

  10. Electronics Policy All electronics Cell/smart phones, e-readers, ipods, etc... must be turned OFF, not just silenced, between 8:50 and 3:50. ***You’d be surprised how many times a student thinks he or she has silenced the phone and alerts and text notifications come through during class. Situations such as these still require the phone to be turned in to the office and a referral. Possible class activities utilizing smartphones -Must have parent permission. -Students will be in small groups so all can participate. -If a student takes advantage, he/she will receive the standard consequence (referral, device sent to office)

  11. Grades School policy is as follows... • Major grades 60% • Daily grades (and homework) 20% • Quizzes 20% • The re-testing policy doesnotapply to the Language Arts Dept. Late Work • Major Grade Projects-10 points per day, includes days absent • Quiz grades-no credit • Daily grades – late work is not accepted, including homework • It's the student's responsibility to check the Absent Binder and ask for help to get caught up. • No locker passes for forgotten work! • Check your child’s planner for the most up-to-date information about homework. • No extra credit will be offered.

  12. Contacting Miss Kelley • Conference: Please contact the Counseling Center if you wish to schedule a parent teacher conference. -Red Days: 9:00 – 10:00 -Green Days: 2:30 - 3:30 • Email: makelley@conroeisd.net • Website: http://mccullough.conroeisd.net/Teachers/makelley

  13. Parent Access Center 1. http://www.conroeisd.net 2. Under Parent/Student, click on account registration Stay Informed!! Grades Schedule Attendance Lunch Money STAAR scores Bus schedule And much more!

  14. Student tips for a successful year • Get a good night's sleep • Eat breakfast • Listen in class • Follow directions • Ask questions • Write in planner • Study on a regular basis • Turn in assignments on time

  15. Thanks for coming Parent-Teacher communication is very important for student success. I want to see your kids succeed!

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